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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1903
Page
5
A long, fragmented text discusses U.S. views on China and foreign interference, citing policy questions, education, and morality. It references political figures and opinions on how to handle Chinese modernization, taxation, and global influence, with emphasis on domestic political implications and international stance.
Fragmented text shows numerous proper nouns and scattered references to people, locations, and events with no coherent narrative. The readable fragments hint at a journalistic page discussing individuals and possible incidents, but essential facts are obscured by garbled OCR.
A garbled page fragment from Globe Sights mentions an obituary, a mock trial of deceit, and alleged crimes. It references Lancaster Literacy and various named people in a jumbled, incomplete narration with many unreadable sections.
An advertorial piece extols Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills for skin eruptions and humors, claiming thorough blood cleansing and curing various afflictions. It cites testimonials including J. G. Hines and A. Walter, praising dramatic skin improvements and general health boosts.
A garbled text fragment presents a miscellany of phrases about conversation, music, ice cream, and dancing. The readable parts show no clear event, names, or dates, making the item a damaged snippet rather than a complete report.
A fragmentary humorous tale about a bachelor and his stern family, focusing on stilted dialogue and social expectations. It hints at a wife’s influence and the tension between individual desires and old norms. The piece reads like a moral digression on courtship and appearances.
A garbled prose block discusses forgery, good faces, and a cynical view of women and marriage. It touches on a weathered office bag, a satanic mischief reference, and a quirky note about spring and astronomy. The text reads like fragmented commentary with unclear attribution and timing.
At a crossing near Whisks City Missouri a Pacific freight train derailed and struck the southbound St Paul express on the Chicago Great Western line. The wreck damaged the chair car and sleeper while most passengers were in the coach. All aboard and both crews escaped injury.
A fragmented OCR piece blends a cryptic progeny genealogy with a biblical style tale, mentioning Bosco, serpents, and Hosdo. It shifts to a modern scene noting Hoseovers, a man’s downfall, and questions of land and morality. A later section mentions a Cardiff Giant, a skeleton, and a school play about Les Miserables set for an evening performance.
The piece notes about 77 registered, all women, near a 15,000 mark and a 14.78 percent revision today. If weather holds, Chatscedt may reach 15,000 by nightfall, with a 15,880 record likely to fall before the early wind. A big rush anticipated tomorrow, the last day.
Ada Breeding sues the Watush Railroad Co for 45 dollars plus 14 in a judgment over items claimed lost from a trunk checked to Chicago. The trunk was damaged at a depot when a train struck, but none of the claimed articles belonged to Breeding or her daughter.
A special venire of jurors gathered in district court for the state against Stirris and Wilson on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses. The case dates back to a mortgage dispute involving cattle and a large sum. a prior trial over two years long ended with a new trial granted. Jurors named include Graham, King, Ha, Baxter, and several others, with evidence set to begin after noon.
Seventy workers at the World’s Fair grounds resumed work after a strike over a button mishap. They demanded reinstatement of an employee blamed for a time-keeping issue and refused to work until the man was recalled. The incident affected buildings, education, electricity and machinery sectors. Chief Tustin said electricity would not suspend work.
Reports from Stockholm praise Dr. Lauw Kiopach amid cheers during a Swedish visit. In Kane City a dementia case prompts private guardianship efforts, while St. Jon authorities charge an art dealer with fraud tied to a furniture gang. Russian farm workers deny a thousand-death front line claim, noting frontline tensions but limited combat. A school recital features Ida Benfey performing at a local event.
A tale from Abe Methodist reporting a church pastor appointment decided by a coin toss. Trustees debated two candidates, consulted the bishop, and the coin determined Rev. Maclean would lead Lola church, praised for success. The method drew local attention to church appointment practices.
Reports state the body of Major General Hector MacDonald will be shipped from Paris to Scotland. French authorities plan to move the deceased’s remains to a final resting place, while British officials handle arrangements with the embassy and family. No letters found linking to the general’s alleged actions were confirmed by police sources.
Sheriff Young's claim to recover costs for returning Dr. Brownfield to the penitentiary was rejected. The Supreme Court ordered a new trial for Brownfield, who chose to be sent to Butler County rather than return to El Dorado. The auditor noted a $327 expense request, but lacking an appropriation to transport prisoners back, Young must seek funds elsewhere.
Denver woman seeks 50 000 dollars claiming breach of promise against Levi Clay of Chicago. The case cites alleged marriage intentions and notes a related family tragedy with deaths and injuries from a fire. Governor Malley Arbor Day proclamations and Tweed’s voyage to Europe are also mentioned in a scattered, low‑clarity report.
Et Lipuit, believed to be staying at the Hotel Gara, was found dead in his room from a lead poisoning device and cholorform soaked sponge. Premeditated notes to friends and his mother, Sirs. 8. Reichenberg, suggest a planned act. A note read destroy after death but not until estate settled, raising questions about motive and personal affairs.
After a forty year absence Edwin Dew of Newkirk reappears seeking to remarry his wife who had since wed Captain W J Norton. He reveals to his daughter a family secret and plans to remarry on Sunday as the wedding troubles unfold amid recent local events.
The secretary of the treasury this afternoon announced revised actions and resumption of operations. After April 1 he will receive three per cent.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a wanted person and a location at a ferry or street corner. Partial identifiers suggest a law enforcement public notice seeking information about an individual connected to a workplace and a street intersection.
Local report indicates Mr Walter McLaughlitstem faced hearings in New York City on charges linked to a grand jury proceeding about a child case. The article notes potential further charges and references a Twenty third Regiment concert and upcoming legal actions set in April, with Col G W Farce described optimistic about prospects.
Leroy Hoe, an agr and son of his parents, died in an early morning fog at 1135 Washington Street. The funeral will be held at Breen's Chapel on Washington Street Friday afternoon with services for the late resident.
Fragmentary text indicates legislative action regarding the state capitol, selection of officials, and transfer of duties to the Ticket Office at 25 Kansas Avenue, Pacific. The readable fragments reference appropriation and joint sessions but lack full details or dates.
A Hobart’s store advert describes Headache Seliver as easing severe headaches from mental strain, fatigue, nervousness or dissipation. A woman reportedly used it, then while downtown, received headache relief and even avoided return pain after a tooth extraction. The ad promises money back if unsatisfied.
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